Finding yourself with some time to relax, you may delight in the pleasant sensation of feeling laid-back. With the same focus that you applied to work, you now only allow yourself thoughts of the present, peaceful moment. Filling yourself with deep, cleansing breaths, you release all tension from your body as you exhale. A sigh of contentment may even escape your lips as they curl into an easy smile. Your eyes might wander, scanning your surroundings for beauty to appreciate, perhaps drifting to watch birds flying past an open window. In this moment, you can feel their playful joy as they revel in their freedom. Today, even if for just a few moments, you can enjoy a time of relaxation and feel the same delight.

Allowing ourselves time to relax is essential to our well-being. It is a time to decompress and recharge on all levels: mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Small breaks are just as important as large ones. We need mental breaks throughout the day, otherwise our mind becomes the cacophony of an orchestra playing without rests. Each day should end with a time of unwinding as should each week, and at regular intervals we should be sure to take a longer stretch of vacation. Taking time to see the world and visit friends and family who live far from us is important, but even then we need to allow ourselves time to rest. Enjoying your relaxation today reminds you how important it is to enjoy pleasant repose regularly.